Merck makes pharmaceutical products to treat several conditions in a number of therapeutic areas, including cardiometabolic disease, cancer, and infections. Within cancer, the firm's immuno-oncology platform, led by Keytruda, is a major contributor to overall sales. The company also has a substantial vaccine business aimed at preventing pediatric diseases, as well as Gardasil for human papillomavirus. Additionally, Merck sells animal health-related drugs. From a geographical perspective, 47% of the company's sales are generated from US human health (pharmaceuticals and vaccines).
Quick Stats
Jun 26, 202664.2
AI Score
BUY1.69
Volume Ratio
Aug 04, 2026
Next Earnings
17
+ve Days (30d)
13
-ve Days (30d)
MRK Stock Summary
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
MRK is currently trading at $128.66, positioned above its 200-day moving average of $106.34, indicating a long-term uptrend. The stock has a 52-week range of $76.66 to $128.78.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $115.84, which is below the current price, signaling bullish near-term momentum. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 69.73, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.055, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates MRK at 64.2/100 with a BUY recommendation.
MRK (Merck & Co., Inc.) Indicators
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 69.73 |
| CMF (20) | 0.055 |
| ROC (10) | 6.542 |
| ADX (14) | 17.193 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | 1.749 |
| AROONOSC (14) | 35.714 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -0.697 |
| MFI (14) | 47.638 |
MRK Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
MRK Price vs Max Options Open Interest
MRK Max Change In Options Open Interest
MRK Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
27th June 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MRK Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
27th June 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
MRK Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
27th June 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
MRK Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
27th June 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
Merck & Co., Inc. is above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bullish.
MRK Moving Averages Analysis
Merck & Co., Inc. has been above 50 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 50 day sma was on Jun 26, 2026
Merck & Co., Inc. has been above 200 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 200 day sma was on Jun 26, 2026
MRK (Merck & Co., Inc.) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated Jun 26, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 118.82 |
| 20 | 118.62 |
| 30 | 117.84 |
| 50 | 115.84 |
| 100 | 117.48 |
| 200 | 106.34 |
MRK Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 24.8139 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 35.338 |
| Market Cap ($) | 309.8 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 3.55 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.1359 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 3.28 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 3.0308 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 9.5595 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 130.3929 |
| Most Recent Quarter |